So—here’s the final 2 tips of our countdown for partying like a pro: #6: You’re considerate of the help. For some reason, when certain employees are let off the leash, they go wild. They think because their party is being given by their company, it gives them license to be rude and demanding—especially to the

We’re in the final countdown of ways to know if you party like a pro! Here are tips #4 and 5: #4: You know no one likes a suck-up. Especially your boss. I’ve watched people go out of their way to impress CEOs and VPs—I’ve even been on the receiving end—and I can tell you

Tip #3 on the countdown for partying like a pro: You know how to introduce yourself. This may seem so simple, but it is so important, and often overlooked. It only takes seconds for people to judge you, so make the first contact count. Remember: this is not just about you. It’s about your impact

I recently had an epiphany at a networking event at the Central Park Boathouse. As I entered the room, I noticed that everyone was standing while juggling drinks, plates, handshakes and businesses cards. The place was crowded and loud, forcing you to shout at the person in front of you. After a while, I began

This month, I’ve made it a point to focus less on social media online, and more on social activities offline. Often, hours have passed before I’ve checked my smartphone. This could seem impossible to some, but the results have been wonderful! Many people may call this anti-social, but my “living social” isn’t about technology. And

Last night, I saw a post on social media that really annoyed me. Just as all the quick commentators, I felt like responding right away. Something stopped me. I realized I was angry, and that now was not the time to add my two cents. Like many people, I am told that I am at

Well—once again, the holiday season is upon us and that means office and networking parties. For some, these can be a drag; for others, it’s their time to shine! Of course, you want to be the latter while having a good time too. Over the last 30+ years, I’ve attended many of these events—as an

This week’s tips & tweets focus on confidence tips to help startups. Success depends largely on your ability to grow and change without feeling vulnerable in the process. Many entrepreneurs experience anxiety in selling their ideas. It’s like selling themselves. You grow confident when the first sale is to yourself. When you focus on how

This week’s tips are about keeping your network alive and well so you can navigate career change with skill and confidence. Remember: Gone are the days when a company takes care of you. Now, it’s you take care of you! And, networking is a big part of that. If you’re nervous networking, act like a

I recently attended a social media boot camp. It was an intensive course for training businesses and non-profits who wanted to learn how to use social media (such as Facebook and Twitter) for marketing. The boot camp provided help for mastering the practical how-to’s, which allayed some concerns as there’s an ever-changing landscape with social

If you live in New York—Nassau County and Western Suffolk, to be exact—tune in to my show tonight: 8:30 pm, Channel 28 Fios, 18 Cablevision. My guest, Robert Salvatore, and I will be discussing International Etiquette! So be there! Pinkies up 😉 , Michelle Copyright 2014 Michelle Kerrigan

I was recently interviewed on a radio show called Moving Up the Ladder. We discussed confidence killers that undermine us at work. What intrigued me most during the interview was something that I’m adding to the list: the absence of visual cues. As a TV host, I’m used to sitting across from my guests, and